Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Glen Garioch
★ 5.00
£76
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Glen Garioch |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £75.77 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £76.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £75.77)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£75.77 vs £66.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glen Garioch 20 Year Old 1993 (cask 0793) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)